What is the cheapest way to get from Caerphilly to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Caerphilly to Leicester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caerphilly to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Caerphilly to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Caerphilly and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Caerphilly to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from South Gate Square and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Kingsway K14 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Caerphilly to Leicester?

The distance between Caerphilly and Leicester is 148 miles. The road distance is 138.3 miles.

How do I travel from Caerphilly to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £27 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Caerphilly to Leicester?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Caerphilly to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caerphilly to Leicester bus from?

Caerphilly to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Kingsway K14 station.

Train or bus from Caerphilly to Leicester?

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Leicester is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £27 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Caerphilly to Leicester bus arrive?

Caerphilly to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Caerphilly to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Caerphilly to Leicester is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Caerphilly to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 974+ hotels available in Leicester.

Caerphilly to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Caerphilly to Leicester by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
4h 33m
£27–112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
6h 14m
£29–57
Drive 137.5 mi
1. Drive from Caerphilly to Leicestercar 137.5 mi
2h 49m
£34–48
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
5h 29m
£52–105

Caerphilly to Leicester by bus and train

105Weekly Services

4h 33mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Caerphilly to Leicester.

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Distance: 147.4 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Caerphilly, Wales and Leicester, England?

You can take a bus from South Gate Square to Leicester via Queensway Q1, Newport (S Wales), and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Gate Square to St Margaret's Bus Station via Market Square 15A, Kingsway K14, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 14m.

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